NICOT: The Book of Hosea

Dearman considers the historical context of the prophetic figure of Hosea, his roots in the prophetic activity and covenant traditions of ancient Israel,
and the poetic and metaphorical aspects of the prophecy. This historical and
theological commentary is a welcome addition to the NICOT series.
'Dearman's commentary provides the most recent deep engagement with
the ancient text of Hosea the prophet. Dialoguing with the best of scholarship,
the commentary offers both detailed exegesis of the text with accompanying
translation from the original Hebrew, as well as general overviews at key
literary junctures to orient the reader to the progressive development of the
book as a whole. Particularly helpful is Dearman's sensitivity to the social
context of ancient Israelite households. He restores the vivid metaphorical
colors of the book of Hosea long faded by history.' - Mark J.
Boda'Hosea's complexities begin with translation and extend to its
rich use of imagery. Andrew Dearman brings his considerable skills as a
Hebraist and historian as well as his expert literary and theological
sensitivities to bear on the interpretation of this important book. Serious
engagement with the book of Hosea now starts with Dearman's commentary.' -
Tremper LongmanSeries: New International Commentary on the Old
Testament.Recommended € 44,90